What is the cheapest way to get from Gilroy to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from Gilroy to Bakersfield is to bus which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gilroy to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from Gilroy to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Gilroy and Bakersfield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gilroy and arriving at Bakersfield, CA. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Gilroy to Bakersfield?

The distance between Gilroy and Bakersfield is 230 miles. The road distance is 211.6 miles.

How do I travel from Gilroy to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from Gilroy to Bakersfield without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $25 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Gilroy to Bakersfield?

The bus from Gilroy to Bakersfield, CA takes 3h 55m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Gilroy to Bakersfield bus from?

Gilroy to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Gilroy station.

Where does the Gilroy to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Gilroy to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Bakersfield, CA station.

Can I drive from Gilroy to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Gilroy to Bakersfield is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Gilroy to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 98+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Gilroy to Bakersfield - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, Caltrain, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Gilroy to Bakersfield by bus, car, train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gilroy to Bakersfield, CAbus San Jose
3h 55m
$25–40
Drive 210.3 mi
1. Drive from Gilroy to Bakersfieldcar 210.3 mi
3h 33m
$39–56
Caltrain, fly
1. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
3. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane SFO - BFL
4h 42m
$78–326

Gilroy to Bakersfield by bus

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3h 55mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.8 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Gilroy, CA, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

Tufesa operates a bus from Gilroy to Bakersfield, CA twice daily. Tickets cost $55–80 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Tufesa Mexico also services this route once daily.

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